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Herbed Chicken and Couscous Bowls with Tzatziki

Herbed Chicken and Couscous Bowls with Tzatziki: 5-Minute Delight


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A flavorful dish featuring herbed chicken served over fluffy couscous, accompanied by tzatziki sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken fillets, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken fillets with the spice mixture.
  4. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
  5. While the chicken cooks, prepare couscous according to package instructions.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and diced cucumber to make tzatziki.
  7. Once chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve sliced chicken over couscous with tzatziki on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • This dish can be served warm or cold.
  • Substitute quinoa for couscous for a gluten-free option.
  • Adjust seasoning based on your taste preferences.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Herbed Chicken, Couscous, Tzatziki, Mediterranean, Healthy Recipe